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Fedor Emelianenko: I Have Nothing to Prove Against Brett Rogers

By Ariel Helwani - Video Reporter and Writer


Updates: Fedor Emelianenko
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Strikeforce announced on Wednesday that Fedor Emelianenko will make his debut for the organization later this fall against Brett Rogers. Of all the possible bouts available for Emelianenko, this appears to be the one the fans wanted to see most.

FanHouse spoke to Emelianenko at the public workout in New York City about fighting Rogers and his thoughts on whether he is truly dodging the top heavyweights in the UFC. Check out the full video interview below.
Rogers: When I Beat Fedor, I'll Become the God of MMA


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Fedor's Open Workout
Fedor Emelianenko cracks a smile before his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.
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Esther Lin, Strikeforce

Fedors Public Workout

    Fedor Emelianenko cracks a smile before his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.

    Esther Lin, Strikeforce

    Fedor Emelianenko loosens up before his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.

    Esther Lin, Strikeforce

    Fedor Emelianenko hits mitts his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.

    Esther Lin, Strikeforce

    Fedor Emelianenko hits mitts his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.

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    Fedor Emelianenko throws a body punch during his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.

    Esther Lin, Strikeforce

    Fedor Emelianenko throws some punches during his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.

    Esther Lin, Strikeforce

    Fedor Emelianenko jumps rope during his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.

    Esther Lin, Strikeforce

    Fedor Emelianenko signs autographs after his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.

    Esther Lin, Strikeforce

    Fedor Emelianenko answers questions from the media after his open public workout at Fighthouse Gym in New York City on Aug. 26, 2009.

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